Life in UAE

For many years Canadian trade and investment activities in the United Arab Emirates were encouraged as the UAE was providing a significant export market for Canada in the Middle East region. In 2007 Salim decided to establish key operations of his business in the UAE in order to access global markets. Over 40,000 Canadians reside and work in the UAE.

Salim was a business man and he moved to UAE again to gain access to new markets. He lived in the UAE since 1992. Salim launched Hommer International, a global competitor in home appliances. His five children continued their education in Dubai international schools.

Salim has lived in the UAE without restrictions for many years and was a law-abiding resident.He has never had any interaction with police – hardly even a parking ticket.

Like many Canadians, Salim worked hard to establish a livelihood for his family in hopes of returning to his home in Canada.